[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 114 (Thursday, August 5, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1799]
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                        TRIBUTE TO GEORGE BROWN

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                            HON. RON PACKARD

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, August 5, 1999

  Mr. PACKARD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this Opportunity to 
pay tribute to both a colleague and friend, George Brown.
  I had the privilege of serving on the Science Committee during 
George's tenure as Chairman, and I valued the opportunity to learn from 
his leadership. George and I worked together on many occasions in 
support of interests important to our native southern California.
  Mr. Speaker, George Brown was an unapologetic liberal, yet that did 
not stop him from actively working with and befriending Members from 
the other side of the aisle. In fact, George may forever be remembered 
for his ability to bring together all Californians serving in Congress. 
Today, my colleague Jerry Lewis is doing a remarkable job of leading 
the California delegation. We should not forget that George Brown began 
this effort.
  In George Brown, this institution has lost a distinguished Member of 
Congress, a faithful public servant, and a good man. George will be 
greatly missed, not only as a tireless advocate for the people of 
California's 42nd Congressional District, but as a close friend to 
those so fortunate to have known him.

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